Buying Assistant- Apparel

Who are We?

At Target, we’re getting back to what we’re famous for - real quality, that’s really affordable. We’re making products that stand up to the test of everyday life, at prices that don’t cost the earth. 
We’re making mums happy. Kids smile. Family life, that little bit easier. We’re making sure every Australian can enjoy our products, whilst making a positive difference to our planet so families can trust and rely on us for generations to come. That’s the Target Australians needs right now. And that’s the Target we’re here to be.

With our instantly recognisable logo we are one of the most iconic brands on the Australian retail market and for almost 100 years we have held a special place in the hearts and minds of Australian families.. It brings us loyal customers who love and trust us. From first baby clothes to first fashion moments, we have created special memories that families across the country hold dear. By making affordable quality and style accessible for all, we have built a reputation for helping Australian families live better.
Friendships are found here - we have authentic, genuine relationships with our team mates, and we're led by supportive leaders. In this team quality, design and style are in our DNA - we are a close-knit bunch and the fabric of our team is passion, respect and diversity.

As an iconic Australian retailer we’re immensely proud of our history and need people to join us who are as excited by our future as we are!

That’s who we are. That’s Target.

What will you do?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Buyers Assistant Apparel in our fantastic to join Target!

This is an exciting, dynamic & fun category with a huge variety of product! Our team are doing great things & taking our category to a whole new level! To assist us in getting there, we need an incredible Buyers Assistant to support us on this journey.
As a Buyers Assistant working for Target, you will support our Buyers in sourcing the best possible products that bring meaningful moments into our customers lives.

Some of the key responsibilities are:

• Managing all marketing and coordination of samples for all advertising, including online 
• Managing the product registration process after sign off - from keycode creation to sampling and packaging coordination
• Supporting the department by ensuring all data entry information is accurate, up to date & maintained
• Provide market insights by assessing the competitive set on a regular basis and feedback to the team.
• Liaising with and supporting a local supply base as well as an overseas sourcing team.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for a driven, efficient and enthusiastic individual who will bring a curious mind-set and a passion for all things retail and apparel! You love delivering product, customers are always front of mind and building and managing relationships with a variety of key stakeholders is one of your strengths. We'd also love you to have:

• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to manage and interpret data
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective numerical, critical thinking and analytical skills 
   

If you have a hunger to learn and grow in the Fashion world, then we’d love to hear from you!

What will you get?

Target has some great benefits, including:

• Great career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Group.
• Team Member discounts across Target, Kmart, Bunnings, Officeworks and Catch Membership.
• A free One Pass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible product.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Convenient location next to freeway and train station, with free onsite parking and a café!
• Novated leasing options.
• Paid parental leave scheme.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our Target Store Support Office (including Work-From-Home days with a real work-life) balance.
• Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself.
• A Supported Learning and Career Development program.
• Opportunity in Wesfarmers Share Plan access (where eligible) and to participate in a bonus program (where eligible).

We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.
 
As part of our recruitment process, we will be conducting Pre-Employment Checks with our successful candidates – this will include a police check.  Talent Acquisition will provide further updates to candidates as they progress through our recruitment process.

“We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant”.

Target values diversity and we pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of which we are a part